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Timothy Gifford

Cape Coral,FL

Summary

Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
04.2020 - Current
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business

Utica College
Utica, NY

Skills

  • Product Knowledge
  • Conflict Resolution Skills
  • Criminal Law
  • Inmate Behavior Modification Tactics
  • Search and Seizure Procedures
  • Self-Defense Techniques
  • Restraint Techniques
  • Safety and Security Enforcement
  • Crisis Intervention Training
  • Ethical Standards of Conduct
  • Defensive Tactics
  • Suicide Prevention Training
  • Inmate Escorting
  • Firearm Operations
  • Correctional Facility Procedures
  • Contraband Inspections
  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Offender Counts
  • Nonviolent Intervention
  • Continuing Education
  • De-Escalating Conflicts
  • Contraband Prevention
  • Perimeter Patrol
  • Behavioral Observations

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
04.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business

Utica College
Timothy Gifford